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Nagni Mata Temple

Foothill shrine near Kandwal featuring a natural freshwater stream flowing beneath the sanctum.

Nagni Mata Temple
Sacred Foothill Shrine & Freshwater Spring

Nagni Mata Temple

Nagni Village, Kandwal-Nurpur Highway Sector

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Road Distance16 km from Pathankot city center
Railway Access16 km from Pathankot Junction (PTK)
Best HoursYear-round (Daily 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
Visit Duration1 hour

Detailed Overview & Verification

Factual breakdown clearly separating archaeological & administrative history from oral folklore and religious traditions.

Fact / Documented History & Architecture

Nagni Mata Temple is situated in the Shivalik foothills near Kandwal. A natural freshwater stream flows directly from beneath the stone altar of the deity inside the main sanctum.

Local Customs & Fairs

Large devotional gatherings take place at the temple on Saturdays during the monsoon month of Sawan (July–August).

Religious Belief & Veneration

Local devotees revere Goddess Nagni and believe that applying mud and drinking water from the sacred natural spring offers spiritual protection and traditional relief from snakebites and skin ailments.

🚗 How to Reach Nagni Mata Temple

Located 2 km off NH-154 near the Kandwal barrier. Accessible by auto-rickshaw, bus, or private vehicle from Pathankot.

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Last verified: September 2026
Official Authority Source:Nagni Temple Trust & Kangra District Administration